Course Description
Welcome to Ms. Boisclar's 10th grade Biology class. This course will include but is not limited to Biology and how it stresses the world of life, the cell as the basic unit of life, genetics, the plant and animal kingdoms, ecological relationships, and vocational applications of Biology in today’s world. Hands-on science, lab work, and dissections may also be included.
Assigned Text and Lab Manual
Biology and our Daily World 2007
Biology and our Daily World, Version 2, 2007
Materials Needed for Class
Notebook
Colored pencils (at least 12 different colors)
Pencils
Pens
Goggles*
Lab apron*
*-Distributed first week of class.
Grades- Bassed on a 500 point system
Grades will be assigned based on the following scale:
90% - 100% of total points in class = A
79.5% - 89% of total points in class = B
67% - 79% of total points in class = C
66% - 56% of total points in class = D
55% and below of total points in class = F
Midterm= 100 Points
Final= 100 points
Chapter tests (3 tests covering 2 chapters each) = total of 150 points
Lab quizzes and participation = 50 points
Weekly quizzes = 50 points
Homework = 25 points
Research paper= 15 points
Attendance= 10 points
This course will include a midterm and final exam. Chapter tests will be a mix of formal* and informal* assessments* throughout the year.
*Formal formats include multiple choice, true and false answer, short essay questions, and labeling of diagrams.
*Informal formats may include assessment based on group work, participation, project, and/or research papers.
Note: It is your responsibility to make arrangements concerning a missed exam, and or assignments with me.
HELP!!!
If you are concerned with your current standing in the class and would like to receive extra help please see me as soon as possible and I will make arrangements to meet with before or after school.
Good luck to all and I look forward to opening your minds to the world of Science! =)
Email: Jace234@aol.com
Course Description
Welcome to Ms. Boisclar's 10th grade Biology class. This course will include but is not limited to Biology and how it stresses the world of life, the cell as the basic unit of life, genetics, the plant and animal kingdoms, ecological relationships, and vocational applications of Biology in today’s world. Hands-on science, lab work, and dissections may also be included.
Assigned Text and Lab Manual
Biology and our Daily World 2007
Biology and our Daily World, Version 2, 2007
Materials Needed for Class
Notebook
Colored pencils (at least 12 different colors)
Pencils
Pens
Goggles*
Lab apron*
*-Distributed first week of class.
Grades- Bassed on a 500 point system
Grades will be assigned based on the following scale:
90% - 100% of total points in class = A
79.5% - 89% of total points in class = B
67% - 79% of total points in class = C
66% - 56% of total points in class = D
55% and below of total points in class = F
Midterm= 100 Points
Final= 100 points
Chapter tests (3 tests covering 2 chapters each) = total of 150 points
Lab quizzes and participation = 50 points
Weekly quizzes = 50 points
Homework = 25 points
Research paper= 15 points
Attendance= 10 points
This course will include a midterm and final exam. Chapter tests will be a mix of formal* and informal* assessments* throughout the year.
*Formal formats include multiple choice, true and false answer, short essay questions, and labeling of diagrams.
*Informal formats may include assessment based on group work, participation, project, and/or research papers.
Note: It is your responsibility to make arrangements concerning a missed exam, and or assignments with me.
HELP!!!
If you are concerned with your current standing in the class and would like to receive extra help please see me as soon as possible and I will make arrangements to meet with before or after school.
Good luck to all and I look forward to opening your minds to the world of Science! =)
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